Decode Your VIN
Enter your vehicle's VIN code to discover all technical specifications. The VIN consists of 17 alphanumeric characters.
Infiniti QX60 VIN Decoder
Decode any Infiniti QX60 VIN free in under three seconds. Type the 17-character vehicle identification number into the decoder above and pull the generation, model year, engine, plant of origin, trim (where Nissan has published it), and open NHTSA recalls. No account, no credit card, no email gate.
This page is the dedicated Infiniti QX60 hub. Every fact below, the World Manufacturer Identifier, the plant code, the engine codes, and the model-year table, was checked against NHTSA’s vPIC decoder using real, checksum-valid QX60 and JX35 VINs pulled from dealer listings across every model year the nameplate has existed. Where the data does not resolve cleanly, that is said plainly rather than guessed at.
About the Infiniti QX60
The QX60 did not start out as a QX60. Infiniti launched it in spring 2012 as the 2013 JX35, a three-row crossover built alongside the redesigned Nissan Pathfinder in Smyrna, Tennessee. In 2013, Infiniti renamed its entire lineup to the Q/QX alphanumeric scheme, and the JX35 became the QX60 for the 2014 model year with no meaningful mechanical change. A second generation arrived for model year 2022, again sharing its underpinnings with a redesigned Pathfinder.
| Generation | Chassis code | Years | Platform | Built at |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st (JX35, then QX60) | L50 | 2013-2020 | Nissan D platform, shared with Nissan Pathfinder (R52) | Smyrna, Tennessee |
| 2nd (QX60) | L51 | 2022-present | Nissan D platform, shared with Nissan Pathfinder (R53) | Smyrna, Tennessee (US market); Xiangyang, China for other markets |
Every US-market QX60 and JX35 VIN decoded for this page, spanning 2013 through 2024, came back to the same plant: Smyrna, Tennessee. If you are decoding a US-titled QX60 and the plant does not say Smyrna, treat that as a reason to look closer at the car’s history.
Infiniti QX60 WMI codes (positions 1 to 3)
The first three characters of a VIN form the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI). Every QX60 and JX35 VIN decoded for this page, first-generation and second-generation alike, carried the same three characters:
| WMI | Country | Manufacturer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5N1 | United States | Nissan North America, Inc. | Covers JX35 and QX60, both generations, all Smyrna-built US-market cars |
NHTSA’s own WMI registry lists 5N1 under “NISSAN, INFINITI,” assigned to Nissan North America, Inc., vehicle type Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle. This is the only WMI that turned up across every generation and model year sampled for this page. If a VIN claiming to be an Infiniti QX60 starts with something other than 5N1, decode it with the tool at the top of the page before trusting the listing; it may be a different Nissan-family vehicle or a typo.
How to read an Infiniti QX60 VIN, position by position
Every QX60 and JX35 built since 2013 uses the 17-character ISO 3779 standard. Here is what each block means, verified against real decoded VINs rather than assumed.
Positions 1 to 3: World Manufacturer Identifier
See the table above. All confirmed QX60 and JX35 VINs begin 5N1, identifying a Nissan North America-built Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle. The WMI tells you who built the car and roughly where; it does not by itself distinguish JX35 from QX60 or first generation from second.
Positions 4 to 8: Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
This is where the QX60’s body, restraint system, and engine variant live. Nissan does not publish an official character-by-character key to this section, so the table below reflects a pattern found by cross-checking dozens of real decoded VINs against Infiniti’s own engine specifications and aftermarket parts catalogs, which use position 4 as the traditional domestic “engine code” slot.
| Position 4 | Engine | Years observed |
|---|---|---|
| A | VQ35DE, 3.5L V6, 265 hp | 2013-2016 JX35 / QX60 |
| C | QR25DER, 2.5L supercharged inline-4, hybrid only | 2014-2015 QX60 Hybrid |
| D | VQ35DD, 3.5L V6 with direct injection, 295 hp | 2017-2020 QX60 (1st gen) and 2022-present QX60 (2nd gen) |
Positions 5 and 6 stayed constant (L0) across every gas and hybrid first-generation VIN sampled, and shifted to L1 on every second-generation VIN sampled, which is one honest way to separate the generations without relying on the model year character alone.
On second-generation (2022+) VINs only, positions 7 and 8 lined up with trim level on every VIN this page checked against NHTSA’s decoder directly:
| Positions 7-8 | Trim (2022+ QX60) |
|---|---|
| ES | Pure |
| FS | Luxe |
| GS | Sensory |
| HU | Autograph |
NHTSA’s decoder returns trim for these second-generation combinations because Nissan submitted that level of detail for the redesigned QX60. First-generation (2013-2020) VINs, by contrast, consistently came back with a blank trim field from NHTSA, so trim on an older QX60 has to be confirmed from the build sheet, window sticker, or door-jamb equipment tag rather than the VIN alone.
Position 9: Check digit
The check digit catches typos. It is calculated from the other 16 characters using a fixed weighting formula and modulo-11 math defined in the ISO 3779 / FMVSS 565 standard. Every VIN used to build this page passed NHTSA’s check-digit validation; mistype one character anywhere in a QX60 VIN and the math stops working, which is why a compliant decoder will flag it as invalid before returning any decoded fields.
Position 10: Model year
The 10th character maps to model year on a repeating 30-year cycle. The letters I, O, and Q are never used because they can be misread as 1 and 0. Here is the complete cycle relevant to any QX60 or JX35 you will encounter, from the JX35’s 2013 launch through the current production run:
| Char | Year | Char | Year | Char | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 2013 | L | 2020 | T | 2026 |
| E | 2014 | M | 2021 | V | 2027 |
| F | 2015 | N | 2022 | W | 2028 |
| G | 2016 | P | 2023 | X | 2029 |
| H | 2017 | R | 2024 | Y | 2030 |
| J | 2018 | S | 2025 | 1 | 2031 |
| K | 2019 | 2 | 2032 |
Every one of these characters was confirmed against a real decoded QX60 or JX35 VIN for this page: D for the 2013 JX35, E for the 2014 QX60 Hybrid, F for a 2015 QX60, H for a 2017 QX60, K for a 2019 QX60, L for a 2020 QX60, N for a 2022 QX60, P for a 2023 QX60, and R for a 2024 QX60. Since the nameplate has never existed long enough to complete a full 30-year cycle, there is no ambiguity to resolve yet; a QX60 VIN with a 10th-character year will always mean the year shown here.
Position 11: Assembly plant
A single character identifies the specific factory. Every US-market QX60 and JX35 VIN checked for this page, across both generations, carried the same code:
| Char | Plant |
|---|---|
| C | Smyrna, Tennessee |
Second-generation QX60s built for markets outside North America are assembled in Xiangyang, China, but no US-market VIN sampled for this page carried a plant code other than C for Smyrna. If you are decoding a US-titled QX60 that returns a different assembly-plant character, that is worth a second look.
Positions 12 to 17: Serial number
The final six characters are the production sequence number stamped on that specific vehicle as it left the Smyrna line. Combined with the previous 11 characters, this makes every QX60 VIN globally unique, even between two cars of the same year, trim, and engine built minutes apart.
Where to find the VIN on an Infiniti QX60
Four locations, plus the paperwork:
- Lower-left corner of the windshield, visible from outside the car
- Driver’s side door jamb sticker (open the door and look at the pillar)
- Stamped on the engine block near the firewall
- Title, registration, insurance card, and the Infiniti InTouch or Infiniti Connection app for newer cars
The windshield and door jamb are the fastest to check on a used-car lot. The engine block stamp is the one to compare if you suspect the windshield VIN plate has been swapped; it is physically tied to that specific engine and much harder to fake.
Check Infiniti QX60 recalls and safety information
The QX60 and JX35 have been part of several NHTSA recall campaigns. The best documented is the Occupant Classification System (OCS) recall: 2013 JX35 and 2014-2016 QX60 and QX60 Hybrid vehicles were recalled because the front-passenger sensor could misclassify an adult occupant as a child or as an empty seat, potentially disabling the front passenger airbag in a crash. Note that the widely publicized Takata “Do Not Drive” warning applies to older Nissan and Infiniti models, not the JX35 or QX60.
To check your specific vehicle:
- Decode the VIN with the tool above to confirm the exact model, generation, and year
- Cross-reference the 17-character VIN with NHTSA’s recall database or Infiniti’s own recall lookup
- Contact your nearest Infiniti retailer for any open campaign repair
Recall repairs are free of charge regardless of the vehicle’s age, mileage, or ownership history.
Frequently asked questions
How do I decode an Infiniti QX60 VIN?
Type the 17-character VIN from the windshield, door jamb, or title into the decoder at the top of this page. Results return in seconds and include model year, generation, engine, assembly plant, and any open NHTSA recalls, plus trim on most 2022-and-newer VINs. No sign-up required.
What is the difference between the JX35 and the QX60?
They are the same vehicle under different names. Infiniti launched the model as the 2013 JX35, then renamed its whole lineup to the Q/QX system in 2013, so the exact same first-generation crossover became the QX60 starting with the 2014 model year. A 2013 JX35 and a 2014 QX60 share the same VQ35DE engine, the same Smyrna, Tennessee assembly plant, and the same 5N1 WMI; only the badge and the VIN’s model-year character (D versus E) differ.
Where is the VIN on an Infiniti QX60?
The two fastest spots are the lower-left corner of the windshield, readable from outside the car, and the driver-side door jamb sticker. Both are required by federal labeling regulation. The engine block carries a physical stamp of the same number, useful for confirming the windshield plate has not been swapped.
Did the QX60 have a CVT or an automatic transmission?
Both, depending on generation. The first-generation QX60 (2013-2020), including the JX35, used a continuously variable transmission (Jatco CVT8). The redesigned second-generation QX60 (2022-present) switched to a conventional 9-speed automatic, confirmed directly in NHTSA’s decoded data for second-generation VINs, which is one of the clearest mechanical differences between the two generations.
What does a QX60 VIN starting with 5N1 mean?
5N1 is the WMI assigned to Nissan North America, Inc. Every JX35 and QX60 VIN checked for this page, spanning 2013 through 2024, started with 5N1, regardless of generation. It confirms the vehicle was built and titled through Nissan’s North American operation rather than being a re-badged or grey-market import.
Is the Infiniti QX60 VIN decoder really free?
Yes. VinDecoderPlus decodes every Infiniti QX60 VIN free of charge with no sign-up. The basic decode covers everything the factory stamped into the VIN. A full vehicle history report (accident records, odometer history, prior ownership, salvage status) is available as a paid upgrade if you need it.
Can an Infiniti QX60 VIN be faked?
The 17 characters can be retyped on a counterfeit windshield plate, but the check digit at position 9 catches most single-character alterations through math, and the engine block stamp is physically tied to the original car. If the windshield and door-jamb VINs match each other but the engine stamp does not, that is a red flag for a cloned or reassigned VIN. The guide on how to check if a car is stolen by VIN walks through the verification steps in more detail.
Decode any Infiniti QX60 VIN free
Type your 17-character QX60 or JX35 VIN into the decoder at the top of this page for an instant breakdown. To go deeper into VIN structure or check other Infiniti models:
- Infiniti VIN decoder hub for the brand-wide guide
- How to read a VIN number for the general standard
- What every character in a VIN means for a position-by-position reference
- Classic car VIN decoder for pre-1981 formats and older vehicles
- VIN decoder vs. vehicle history report for what a decode covers versus what it doesn’t
- How to check if a car is stolen by VIN for buying a used QX60 with confidence
- How the VIN check digit works for verifying a VIN was not mistyped or altered
- VIN formats by country and manufacturer for what the first three characters tell you
